Dental Cost in the Philippines [2026 Price Guide]

Quick Answer: Dental treatment in the Philippines costs anywhere from ₱300 for a basic teeth cleaning to ₱150,000+ for a single dental implant in 2026. The most common procedures fall in a much lower range: oral prophylaxis (cleaning) ₱300-₱1,500, a tooth filling ₱800-₱5,000, a simple tooth extraction ₱500-₱1,500, and a root canal ₱8,000-₱30,000. Orthodontics and cosmetic work cost the most — braces run ₱30,000-₱300,000 and implants ₱50,000-₱150,000 per tooth. Government dental clinics and dental school clinics are the cheapest, and PhilHealth now covers basic preventive dental care (cleaning, exam, emergency extraction) up to ₱1,000 a year.

🦷 Wondering how prices stay this low? Here's an explainer on why dental work is so affordable here, aimed at overseas patients.

This is your overview of dental prices across every common procedure in the Philippines. For the full breakdown of any single treatment — materials, clinic-by-clinic rates, and what affects the price — follow the links in the table to the dedicated guide for that procedure.

Table of Contents

• Master Dental Price List (2026)
• How Dental Costs Break Down
• What Affects Your Dental Bill
• PhilHealth Dental Benefit
• HMO Dental Coverage
• How to Save on Dental Treatment
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Conclusion

Master Dental Price List (2026)

The table below is the quickest way to see what any dental procedure costs in the Philippines. Each range comes from our dedicated price guide for that treatment — click through for the full breakdown, material options, and clinic rates.

Prices are nationwide ranges. The low end reflects government dental clinics, dental school clinics, and budget private clinics in the provinces. The high end reflects premium cosmetic and specialist clinics in Metro Manila. Find a dental clinic on ClinicFinderPH to compare rates near you.

How Dental Costs Break Down

Dental work in the Philippines splits into a few natural tiers, and knowing which tier you need helps you budget before you walk into a clinic.

Preventive and basic care (under ₱5,000)

This is the everyday dentistry most people need: a cleaning, a filling, or a simple extraction. A routine teeth cleaning starts at ₱300 at budget clinics and tops out around ₱1,500-₱3,000 at premium ones. A dental filling costs ₱800-₱5,000 per tooth depending on the material, and a simple tooth extraction is ₱500-₱1,500. These are the procedures PhilHealth and most HMO plans actually help with.

Restorative care (₱5,000 - ₱45,000)

When a tooth needs saving or rebuilding, costs climb. A root canal runs ₱8,000-₱30,000 (molars cost more than front teeth), and you will usually need a crown on top of it. A dental crown is ₱5,000-₱25,000 per tooth, while a zirconia crown — the most durable option — costs ₱15,000-₱45,000. Dentures to replace several missing teeth run ₱5,000-₱80,000 per arch depending on whether they are acrylic, flexible, or implant-supported.

Cosmetic dentistry (₱3,000 - ₱350,000)

Aesthetic work has the widest price spread of all. Teeth whitening is the entry point at ₱3,000-₱25,000. Dental veneers cost ₱3,000-₱35,000 per tooth, so a full smile makeover of 8-10 teeth can reach ₱120,000-₱350,000. Almost none of this is covered by PhilHealth or HMOs — it is paid out of pocket.

Orthodontics and implants (₱30,000 - ₱150,000+)

The biggest-ticket dental work. Braces start at ₱30,000 for metal and reach ₱300,000 for premium types, while Invisalign and clear aligners span ₱40,000-₱350,000. A single dental implant costs ₱50,000-₱150,000, and full-arch solutions like All-on-4 run into the hundreds of thousands. These are long-term investments usually paid in installments.

What Affects Your Dental Bill

Two patients can get the same procedure and pay very different amounts. Here is what moves the price within each range above.

• Clinic type and location. Government dental clinics, health centers, and university dental school clinics charge the least. Private clinics in the provinces sit in the middle. Premium cosmetic and specialist clinics in Makati, BGC, and other Metro Manila districts charge the most — often two to three times the provincial rate for the same work.
• The dentist's specialty. A general dentist charges less than a specialist. An endodontist (root canal specialist), orthodontist (braces), periodontist (gums), or oral surgeon commands higher fees for complex cases. For a straightforward filling a general dentist is fine; for a difficult molar root canal a specialist may be worth the premium.
• Materials used. This is the single biggest swing in restorative and cosmetic work. A composite filling costs more than amalgam; a zirconia crown costs more than porcelain-fused-to-metal; porcelain veneers cost more than composite. The lab and brand matter too — Korean implants are cheaper than Swiss or German ones.
• Complexity of the case. A simple extraction is cheap; an impacted wisdom tooth that needs surgery is not. A small one-surface filling costs less than a large multi-surface one. The more chairs, visits, and lab work a case needs, the higher the bill.
• Number of teeth. Most prices are quoted per tooth. Treating several teeth at once multiplies the cost, though some clinics offer package rates for full-mouth work or smile makeovers.
• Add-on costs. X-rays (₱300-₱1,500), consultation fees, sedation, and follow-up visits can add to the quoted procedure price. Always ask for an all-in estimate before starting.

PhilHealth Dental Benefit

PhilHealth now covers basic preventive dental care for all members. The benefit includes a mouth examination, oral prophylaxis (teeth cleaning), fluoride varnish, pit and fissure sealants, and emergency tooth extraction, with a maximum benefit of around ₱1,000 per year at PhilHealth-accredited dental clinics. At public facilities the covered services are free; at private accredited clinics you pay a small co-payment.

What PhilHealth does not cover is most of the restorative and cosmetic work in the table above — root canals, crowns, veneers, braces, implants, and whitening are all out of pocket. For the full eligibility rules and how to claim, see our PhilHealth dental benefits guide.

HMO Dental Coverage

If you have an HMO plan through your employer, your dental benefit usually covers preventive and basic services: an annual cleaning, oral exam, simple extractions, and sometimes basic fillings. Many plans also include one or two free consultations a year at accredited dental clinics.

Coverage stops short of the expensive work. Orthodontics (braces, Invisalign), implants, crowns, veneers, and whitening are almost always excluded or only partially reimbursed. Check your HMO's accredited dental provider list and the specific dental rider on your plan before booking. For a few procedures, some premium HMO plans offer partial reimbursement on crowns or root canals — confirm the amount in writing first.

How to Save on Dental Treatment

• Use government and dental school clinics for basic care. A cleaning, filling, or extraction at a public clinic or university dental school costs a fraction of a private clinic, and dental schools are supervised by licensed faculty.
• Claim your PhilHealth and HMO benefits first. Get your free annual cleaning and exam covered before paying out of pocket. It is money you have already paid for.
• Don't skip preventive care. A ₱500 cleaning and a ₱800 filling now are far cheaper than a ₱20,000 root canal and crown later. Regular checkups are the best cost control there is.
• Compare clinics before committing to big work. For braces, implants, and cosmetic cases, get two or three quotes. Prices for the same procedure vary widely between clinics, especially Metro Manila versus the provinces.
• Ask about installment plans. Most clinics doing braces, Invisalign, and implants offer interest-free or low-interest installment terms over 6-24 months. You rarely have to pay the full amount upfront.
• Choose the right material for your budget. A PFM crown does the job at a lower price than zirconia; a composite veneer is cheaper than porcelain. Ask your dentist what the trade-offs are rather than defaulting to the priciest option.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does dental treatment cost in the Philippines?

It depends entirely on the procedure. Basic care is affordable — a teeth cleaning costs ₱300-₱1,500, a filling ₱800-₱5,000, and a simple extraction ₱500-₱1,500. Mid-range restorative work like root canals (₱8,000-₱30,000) and crowns (₱5,000-₱45,000) costs more. The most expensive treatments are braces (₱30,000-₱300,000) and dental implants (₱50,000-₱150,000 per tooth). Government and dental school clinics charge the least; premium Metro Manila clinics charge the most.

What is the cheapest dental treatment available?

A routine teeth cleaning is the cheapest dental service, starting at around ₱300 at budget and government clinics. PhilHealth members can get a cleaning, exam, and emergency extraction covered up to about ₱1,000 a year, which makes basic preventive care effectively free at public facilities. Dental school clinics also offer very low rates for cleanings, fillings, and extractions performed by supervised students.

Does PhilHealth cover dental work?

PhilHealth covers preventive and emergency dental care only — mouth exam, oral prophylaxis (cleaning), fluoride varnish, sealants, and emergency tooth extraction — up to roughly ₱1,000 per year at accredited clinics. It does not cover root canals, crowns, veneers, braces, implants, or whitening. See our PhilHealth dental benefits guide for the full details and how to claim.

Why is dental work so expensive in the Philippines?

The costly procedures (implants, braces, crowns, veneers) are expensive because of the materials, lab work, specialist skill, and multiple visits involved, not because of clinic markup alone. A single implant, for example, includes the titanium post, an abutment, a crown, surgery, and imaging. Basic dentistry, by contrast, is quite affordable in the Philippines compared to most countries, which is why dental tourism here is popular.

Is dental treatment cheaper in the provinces than in Manila?

Generally yes. The same procedure often costs 30-50% less at a clinic in a provincial city than at a premium clinic in Makati or BGC. The gap is widest on cosmetic and specialist work. For basic care the difference is smaller. If you are getting major work done, it can be worth comparing rates outside Metro Manila.

How can I find an affordable dental clinic near me?

You can compare dental clinics by location and services on ClinicFinderPH. Search for dental clinics here to see clinics near you, then call ahead to confirm prices for the specific procedure you need, since rates vary by clinic and case.

Conclusion

Dental costs in the Philippines run the full spectrum — from a ₱300 cleaning that keeps your teeth healthy to a ₱150,000 implant that replaces one. The good news is that the everyday dentistry most people need (cleaning, fillings, extractions) is genuinely affordable, especially if you use PhilHealth, your HMO, government clinics, or dental schools. The big-ticket items (braces, implants, cosmetic work) are where comparing clinics, choosing the right materials, and using installment plans make the biggest difference.

Use the master price table above to see what your procedure costs, then click through to the dedicated guide for the full breakdown. When you are ready to book, find a dental clinic on ClinicFinderPH to compare clinics and rates near you.